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Foto-expositie Sprong over het IJ: An Outdoor Photography Exhibition in Amsterdam

Explore user-submitted photographs and personal stories reflecting the significance of bridges in Amsterdam's urban fabric.

Foto-expositie Sprong over het IJ is a unique outdoor photography exhibition presented by Arcam and the municipality of Amsterdam. It features a compelling selection of user-submitted images and narratives exploring the emotional and functional roles of bridges. This public art display reflects on connecting communities and shaping the city's waterfront experiences, offering insights to inspire future designs over the IJ waterway. Visitors can delve deeper into these personal stories through an engaging audio tour.

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Exhibition summary

This outdoor photography exhibition, "Sprong over het IJ" (Jump over the IJ), showcases user-submitted photos and stories about bridges, exploring their emotional and functional significance in connecting communities and shaping urban experiences. The exhibition aims to inform the design of new bridges over Amsterdam's IJ waterway.

Curatorial context

The "Foto-expositie Sprong over het IJ" is a traveling outdoor exhibition organized by Arcam and the municipality of Amsterdam to commemorate the decision for a pedestrian tunnel and two new bridges over the IJ. The exhibition features a selection of user-submitted photographs and personal stories, exploring the multifaceted meanings of bridges – from symbols of connection and meeting to potential sources of alienation. This collection of images and narratives serves as input for a mood board to inspire future bridge designs, reflecting the desires and concerns of Amsterdam's residents. Visitors can access an audio tour via QR codes to hear the personal stories behind the photographs. The exhibition is complemented by a richly illustrated publication available for viewing online or ordering from the Arcam shop.

Admission and ticket notes

The exhibition is an outdoor display located at IJplein. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own phone and headphones for an audio tour accessible via QR codes. Related publications can be ordered from the Arcam shop or purchased during a visit. Information on extended bike tours is available in the agenda.

Foto-expositie Sprong over het IJ key exhibition facts

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Venue
Amsterdam Centre for Architecture (ARCAM)
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
May 26, 2022 – Oct 31, 2022
Artist line / attribution
Submissions were reviewed by an independent editorial committee consisting of Lorien Beijaert (architect), Gershwin Bonevacia (writer, poet, philosopher), Robbert Bovee (program maker), Esther van Garderen (director of Fietsersbond), René Quist (editor-in-chief of Schuttevaer), Kaylee Schilder (coordinator at Civic Amsterdam), and Marthe Singelenberg (co-founder of WomenMakeTheCity).
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